December 17th has been a day that I have, not so much celebrated, as honored for the past twenty-eight years. Today is the anniversary of the day that my father passed away.
I was very close to my Father. My Mother taught me the practical side of life – the cooking, cleaning, gardening, reading and writing, responsibility, side of life. My Father taught me the other side of life – including respecting and appreciating my Mother and all that she did for us. Through my Father I learned the value of kindness, patience, serenity, integrity, humour, humility, and wisdom. My Father was a good man, who lived a good life. I was fortunate to be a part of it. My life has been better, because I was a part of his.
That is it for today. Take care and have a great day! 🌟
Seclusion 101 with AnneMarie 
Beautiful tribute to your Dad
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Thank you, Alice.
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This is a beautiful tribute to your father, Annmarie! May God bless your family. 🙏🏻❤️
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Thank you, John!💞
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This is a nice tribute to your father Annmarie, he will always be in your heart.
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Thank you!
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The gift of precious love 🎁❤️
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You write as I feel about my Dad, who died on Christmas Day 1987
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Thank you,Dwight! And the ability to appreciate it. 💞
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I am so sorry, Derrick. I never realized people died at Christmas until I lost my Dad. In recent years, my SIL lost his Mother on Christmas morning and a few years later, my boss lost his Father on Christmas morning. It is so hard to get past the loss when one is reminded every year by all of the signs of the season. 💞🌲
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That is true, AnneMarie, but somehow it makes the day even more special
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It does that, Derrick.
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So glad you had a great Dad. I had one too and it makes all the difference!
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It definitely does. 💞
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